Moulinex Microwave Oven AFW2 User manual

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Contents
Accessories
Appliance description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Drive
This fixture is located in the middle of the oven, beneath the
turntable. It is connected to the motor and drives the turntable
round.
Installing the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Containers and materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cooking time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Resting time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ring bearing
This component is placed in the middle of the oven, beneath the
turntable. It has rollers to support the turntable while leaving it
free to rotate.
Turntable
This glass plate is placed on the ring bearing in the middle of the
oven and must be engaged with the drive. It can be used for all
types of cooking. Containers containing food to be cooked or to
collect particles and juices produced by food during cooking are
placed on the turntable. It is easily removed for cleaning.
The various cooking modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
microwave mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
grill mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Combined microwave + grill mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adjusting time and power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Stopping the oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cooking guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cooking with microwaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Reheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Cooking with the grill alone / combined microwave + grill . . . . . 18
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Technical problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Waste disposal requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Performance testing data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rack
In grill or combined cooking mode, this accessory can be used
for browning flat dishes. It must be carefully centred on the
turntable.
Appliance description
GRILL QUARTZ
VENTILATION GRILL
DOOR
CONTROL PANEL
RING
BEARING
TURNTABLE
DOOR LOCKING
SYSTEM
DOOR LOCKING
SYSTEM
DRIVE
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Control panel
Installation
Preparation
Unpack the accessories, wash them and wipe them off carefully.
Position the ring bearing and then the turntable in the centre of the oven.
The turntable must be properly engaged with the drive.
Connecting
1
Check that the supply voltage marked on the type label glued on the rear
of the appliance matches the voltage of your supply. The label indicates
the nominal supply voltage of the appliance, e.g. 220-230 V.
2
Ensure that the current marked on your electricity meter and circuit breaker/fuse is at least 16 Amperes.
Finally, for proper safety, it is essential to connect your appliance to an
outlet socket with an earth connection in accordance with electrical installation regulations and standards.
Position the appliance in such a way that the supply socket is readily accessible so that it can be easily disconnected.
You should also ensure that you can gain access to your circuit
breaker/fuse.
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5
6
It is imperative to comply with the above instructions regarding the
electrical supply.
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Position
Your appliance can be installed in one of two ways :
•On a work-top : position the appliance on a flat and stable surface,
capable of supporting the oven and its contents. The oven must be
handled with care, remembering that the control panel side is the
heavier.
•In a niche : The niche must be at least 85 cm above floor-level. Centre
the appliance in the niche so that it does not touch the sidewalls.
Adequate ventilation is essential: the minimum clearances are 20 cm
above the oven and 10 cm at the sides and rear.
1- Power/Mode selector switch
2- Defrost position
3- Time selector switch
4- grill position
5- 3 combined microwave + grill cooking
positions
Install the appliance away from any source of heat such as a traditional oven
or radiator. It has been design and tested for use in ambient temperatures up
to 35°C.
6- 2 automatic reheating positions:
- Cup
- Soup plate
Ensure that the ventilation holes of the appliance are not obstructed.
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Important safety instructions
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Instructions for use
Read carefully and keep for future reference.
1. Your appliance is for domestic use. It is intended only for cooking, heating and defrosting foods and drinks. Use it only for these purposes.
The following recommendations will help you get the greatest benefit
from using your oven. Please read them carefully.
2. Do not allow children to use the appliance without supervision in
particular in the combination mode due to the temperatures generated.
Foods
Forbidden foods
You should never :
• Attempt to fry food – it is impossible to control the temperature of the
oil and other fats – fire-risk,
• Attempt to cook or warm up eggs in their shells, hard-boiled eggs or
snails – they may explode,
• Attempt to cook food in an intact shell (e.g. chestnuts) or hard skin
(tomatoes, potatoes, sausages) – always make a slit.
Beware of the risk of burns.
3. Avoid touching any surfaces that may have become hot during operation of your oven: the door, the grill element, the inner walls, the top.
In order to avoid burns when removing containers and accessories
from the oven, always use oven gloves.
4. Do not operate your appliance when empty. This can cause damage. To try
out programming the appliance, place a glass of water in the oven. This will
absorb the microwaves and protect your oven against damage.
Food temperatures
The action of microwaves is such that only the food is heated. The
container may, therefore, remain cold or cool while the food that it
contains is burning hot.
5. The door must be free to close properly :
Do not obstruct the door in any way (with oven cloths, oven gloves, over-size
dishes etc.). If the door of your appliance is not properly closed, a safety
mechanism will prevent its being turned on.
To avoid any risk of burning, always stir and check the temperature carefully before serving – especially to children.
Shake feeding bottles well and try a few drops on the back of your wrist to
check the temperature.
6. When cooking in grill mode, any fat splashing the grill element may
catch fire. These flames will extinguish themselves and will not have any
adverse effect on your appliance if it is regularly maintained.
Preparing food for cooking
To avoid fat spitting during cooking, especially when cooking meats
and poultry, use dishes in glazed earthenware. Always maintain a
minimum gap of 2 cm between the food and the grill element.
Before warming feeding bottles and small pots, remove teats and covers.
Remember to cover the food in order to :
• Avoid any splashing of the oven cavity,
• Retain sufficient moisture for cooking.
7. Never obstruct the ventilation holes. This can cause the oven to overheat. If this happens, your appliance will stop automatically and will not
start again until it has cooled sufficiently.
Heating liquids
When heating liquids, a sudden overflow may occur when you take the
container to remove it from the appliance. In fact, when the temperature
reaches boiling point, steam tends to remain trapped in the liquid until it
is disturbed.
To avoid this superheating effect and the consequent risk of scalding,
always place a plastic spoon in the liquid to be heated.
8. Precautions against exposure to microwaves:
• Never attempt to operate your appliance with the door open, to interfere with the safety door-locking mechanism or to insert anything in this
mechanism,
• Never place anything in the way of opening and closing the door,
• Never allow food or cleaning product residues to accumulate on the
door seals, ensure that the door and its seals remain clean, after use,
wipe them with a damp cloth and dry them carefully,
• It is particularly important that the oven door should close correctly and
that there is no defect in the door, the seals, the hinges or the supply
cable.
Containers and materials
Below, you will find details of the various types of containers, which can be
or must not be used for the chosen cooking method.
microwave mode
Use containers suitable for microwave cooking.
A container can easily be tested for microwave “transparency”.
Never use your oven if it is damaged.
In no case should your oven be adjusted or repaired by anyone other
than a qualified microwave appliance repair technician, trained by
the manufacturer.
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Place the empty container on the turntable together with a glass of
water and run the oven for one minute at maximum power.
After one minute:
• If the container is cold, it is “transparent” and can be used for microwave cooking,
• If the container is warm or hot it is absorbent and must not be used
for microwave cooking.
Summary of containers and materials permitted and not permitted in
microwave mode.
Materials
Containers
Suitable for
micro-waves
Remarks
METAL
Never use hermetically sealed containers.
Remember to remove covers and stoppers from feeding bottles, jars,
bottles and plastic containers.
Disposable containers
Never leave the appliance to run unsupervised when using disposable
containers in plastic, paper or other inflammable materials.
If you see smoke appear, keep the oven door closed and disconnect your
appliance.
Aluminium foil
In certain cases
Aluminium tray
Metal sheet
Freezer bag ties
In certain cases
No
No
May be used in small quantities to protect certain
parts of the food from overcooking. Risk of electric arcing if the foil is too close to the oven walls
or you have used too much.
See “Metal containers”, above
Risk of electric arcing and fire
Risk of electric arcing and fire
GLASS
Metal containers
Never use metallic materials and containers for microwave cooking. You
can, however, use your appliance to heat or defrost certain preparations in
metallic trays, provided the height of the tray does not exceed 4 cm, not
including the cover.
With regard to the cover, follow the instructions on the package. It will
have to be removed or left in place, as the case may be. If not indicated
otherwise, play safe and remove it.
Centre the tray(s) on the turntable, leaving at least 1 cm clearance from the
oven walls. If there are several trays, space them at least 2 cm apart.
Heat-resistant glass
Yes
Glass with metal-based decora- No
tion (gold, lead etc.)
Perfectly suitable
Risk of electric arcing
Fine glassware
No
May break or crack if heated suddenly
Plastic containers
Yes
Perfectly suitable if the plastic is heat-resistant.
Certain plastics may be prone to deformation or
discoloration after repeated use.
Do not seal closed.
Plastic film
Yes
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spitting. The plastic must not touch the food during
cooking.
Puncture the plastic to allow excess vapour to
escape.
Use oven gloves to remove the plastic film after
cooking (risk of burns from hot vapour escaping
from the container).
PLASTIC
grill mode
This cooking mode does not require the use of special containers. Use
the same kind of heat-proof containers as you would use in a conventional
oven.
DISPOSABLE CONTAINER MATERIALS FORBIDDEN IN GRILL
Never use plastic containers (they may melt) or containers in paper or
cardboard (fire-risk).
Polystyrene cups or packaging
Maintain a minimum clearance of 2 cm between the food and the
grill element.
Combined microwave + grill mode
Containers not permitted in microwave mode are also not permitted in
combined mode. Containers not permitted in grill mode are also not permitted in combined mode.
Yes
Can be used for heating liquids and foods for a
short time. Overheating could melt the polystyrene, which would then become mixed with the
food.
Paper bag
No
Paper plates, cups, napkins or Yes
absorbent paper.
Fire-risk
May be used for heating and brief cooking
Grease-proof paper
Yes
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spitting. Short times cooking.
Recycled paper
No
Risk of electric arcing
Yes
Perfectly suitable except with metal-based decoration (gold, lead etc.).
PORCELAIN
Use only containers that can withstand both microwaves and high
temperatures.
Porcelain containers
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Cooking time
To determine the right cooking time for your foods, follow the instructions on the packaging of ready-made dishes and deep-frozen products.
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2. Set the power with the power/mode
selector switch.
In the absence of any precise indication, divide the cooking or reheating
time given for a conventional oven by at least three.
In any case, refer to the cooking guide included in these instructions.
450 W
800 W
(defrosting)
Do not programme a cooking time longer than necessary. You will
then avoid any risk of overcooking or setting fire to your food.
650 W
150 W
Resting time
Microwaves act close to the surface and penetrate food to a depth of 2 to
3 cm. Once the surface layers are hot, heat penetrates to the centre of the
food by conduction, i.e. the hot parts heat the cold parts. This makes it a
good idea to allow the food to rest after removing it from the microwave
so that the heat can penetrate to the centre.
3. Set the cooking time with the time
selector switch.
To set times under 1 minute, turn the times knob to 2 minutes and
then back to the desired time.
This makes it a good idea to allow the food to rest after removing it
from the microwave so that the heat can penetrate to the centre.
4. When the cooking time is selected, the oven will start automatically. The internal lighting will be switched on and the turntable will
rotate.
The various cooking modes
Defrosting
1. Place the food at the centre of the turntable and close the door.
Your oven can be used to cook, reheat or defrost all kinds of food. You
have the choice of 3 cooking modes:
2. Set the power selector switch to
the Defrost position.
• microwave mode for
- cooking – reheating,
- defrosting,
- automatic heating,
• grill mode,
• combined microwave + grill mode.
3. Set the cooking time
4. Defrosting will start.
Halfway through the process, open the oven door to allow you to
turn the food for perfectly even defrosting.
Turn the food and close the door to restart the defrost cycle.
To select the desired cooking mode
use the power/mode selector switch.
Automatic heating
The cooking time selector switch has 2 automatic heating positions:
microwave mode
Quantity
Time
Resting time
Cup
10 cl
40 sec
1 minute
Soup bowl
30 cl
3 min
1 minute
Use this mode for cooking, heating or defrosting your food.
Only use containers suitable for microwaves.
Cooking – reheating
1. Place the food at the centre of the turntable and close the door.
1. Place the food at the centre of the turntable and close the door.
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2. Set the power to maximum (750 W)
with the power/mode selector switch.
2. Set the cooking time with the time selector switch. The oven will
start.
3. Set the cooking time selector
to the food that you wish to heat.
The grill element may turn on and off during cooking. This is quite
normal and prevents overheating.
To set times under 1 minute, turn the times knob to 2 minutes and
then back to the desired time.
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Combined microwave + grill mode
Use this mode for rapidly microwave-cooking or reheating food, while it is
browned and crisped by the grill.
4. The oven will start.
In combined mode, 3 power levels are available:
grill mode
Symbol
Use this mode to brown food such as gratins
or meat by means of your oven’s grill element.
This cooking mode does not use microwaves.
It is preferable to use the rack when you select grill mode (see details
of accessories, p. 11).
In grill mode, use only heat-resistant containers.
Always use oven gloves to handle dishes and accessories in grill
mode. Risk of burns.
Mode
Microwave power
grill + gentle microwaves
250 W
grill + medium microwaves
400 W
grill + strong microwaves
550 W
To be used, preferably, with the rack (details of accessories,
p. 11)
1st step: preheating the grill
Use only containers that can withstand both microwaves and high
temperatures.
1. Turn the power/mode selector
switch to grill mode.
Always use oven gloves to handle dishes and accessories in combined mode. Risk of burns.
2. Set the preheat time with
the time selector switch.
1. It is not necessary to preheat the grill in combined mode.
2. Place the food on the rack and place this in the centre of the turntable.
3. The oven will start.
3. Set the power/mode selector switch
to the desired combination of grill
+ microwaves: gentle / medium / strong.
4. After the preheat time, the oven will stop. You can now start
cooking.
2nd step: cooking in grill mode
1. Place the food on the rack and place this in the centre of the turntable. Close the door.
4. Set the cooking time with the time
selector switch.
5. The oven will start.
The grill element may turn on and off during cooking. This is quite
normal and prevents overheating.
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Reheating
Adjusting time and power
After heating liquids, it is advisable to leave the container to stand in the
oven for at least 20 seconds. This allows the heat to spread through the
liquid and minimised any risk of overflow and scalding. Stir the liquid
during and after heating.
You can change the power or cooking time during cooking time by means
of the appropriate selector switch. The oven will automatically use the new
setting for the remaining cooking time.
•Warming guide for baby food.
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Before serving, carefully check the temperature of the food.
Food
Stopping the oven
Your oven will stop automatically when the time selector switch has finished counting down.
During cooking you can :
- Interrupt cooking by opening the oven door, the oven will stop and
will restart when you close the door again,
- Cancel cooking by turning the time selector switch back to 0.
Baby food
(vegetables
and
meats)
The times indicated in the cooking tables are given for guidance only. The
correct cooking time can vary with the shape, thickness and temperature
of the food. The resting times are for use after cooking, heating or defrosting.
Defrosting – power at
650 W
Cooking Resting
time
time
(minutes) (minutes)
40 sec.
1-2
Instructions
Place the food in a
ceramic bowl.
Cover. After
cooking, leave to
rest.
•Cooking guide for fresh vegetables
Use a Pyrex container, suitable for microwaves. Pour in 2 to 3 tablespoons
of cold water for every 250 g of vegetables (unless otherwise indicated in
the table below). Add the vegetables and cover. Stir once during cooking.
At the end of cooking, stir thoroughly, add salt, herbs or butter and cover
while resting.
For best results, chop the fresh vegetables.
Quantity
Power
250 g
800 W
Cooking Resting
time
time
(minutes) (minutes)
7
Leave to stand for the full resting time to be sure that defrosting is
complete.
Instructions
2
Cut the carrots
evenly into discs.
Courgettes
250 g
800 W
7
2
Cut them into
discs. Add 2
tablespoons of
water or a knob
of butter.
Potatoes
250 g
500 g
800 W
7
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2
Peel and cut in
two.
position
Place the frozen food in a dish. Do not cover.
Ensure that the food does not start to cook during defrosting. If any part
of the food should begin to cook, cover it with a small piece of aluminium
foil to screen it from the microwaves. If the surface of poultry becomes
warm, stop defrosting, leave to stand for 20 minutes before recommencing.
The table below applies for frozen food at a temperature between -18 °C
and -20 °C.
Cooking with microwaves
Carrots
190 g
Power
it is possible to heat baby bottles in the microwave, taking care to
respect the instructions given on the milk cartons.
Cooking guide
Food
Quantity
At regular intervals during defrosting, turn the food and pour off any
water.
Defrosting must be carried out at a power setting : defrosting
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Cooking
time
(minutes)
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•Cooking guide for “micro grill ” mode: frozen food
Resting
time
(minutes)
Instructions
Food
Meat :
minced beef
500 g
8
pork steak
250 g
5-6
Place the food on a flat
ceramic plate. Protect
thin slices with aluminium foil.
2
Fish fillet
250 g
400 g
5
8 - 10
2
Place the fish in the
middle of a ceramic
plate. Place the more
fragile pieces under the
thicker pieces. Cover
the ends with aluminium foil.
Chicken
pieces
500 g
(2 pieces)
11 - 13
2
Place them on a plate.
Protect fragile parts
with aluminium foil.
Quantity
Mode +
power
Cooking
time
(min.)
Instructions
Fish gratin
400 g
18
Use a round, Pyrex
dish Place it on the
rack.
Leave to stand for 2-3
minutes.
Lasagne /
Cannelloni /
Macaroni
400 g
28
Use a round, Pyrex
dish.
Leave to stand for 2-3
minutes.
Cleaning
Cleaning the oven
The following parts of your microwave must be cleaned regularly to avoid
any accumulation of food particles and grease :
•The inner and outer surfaces of your appliance,
•The door and its seals,
•The drive, the ring bearing and the turntable.
Cooking with grill alone or with combined microwaves + grill
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversly affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hasardous situation.
•Cooking guide for “grill” / “micro grill mode”: fresh food
Food
Sliced
bread
Chicken
pieces
Quantity
Mode +
power
Side 1
Time
(min.)
Side 2
Time
(min.)
Instructions
4 slices
(25 g)
“grill”
mode
4
4
Place the slices on
the rack.
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Brush with oil and
sprinkle with spices.
Place the pieces on
a plate on the rack.
Leave to stand for
2-3 minutes.
500 g
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Make sure that the door closes correctly.
- Clean the outer surfaces with a soft cloth and soapy water. Rinse and
dry carefully.
- Clean of any particles or stains inside your appliance or on the ring bearing with a soapy cloth. Rinse and dry carefully.
- To help dislodge food particles and eliminate bad smells, put a glass of
lemon juice diluted in water on the turntable and run your appliance
for 2 minutes at maximum power. The stream will soften the dirty
marks. Rince and dry.
- Take care not to allow water to run into the ventilation holes.
- Never use abrasive or solvent cleaners.
- Clean the door seals carefully, ensuring that there is no accumulation of
particles to prevent the door from closing properly.
- Clean the inside of your appliance after every use with a suitable detergent.
Always allow your oven to cool down before cleaning it.
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Cleaning the accessories
• The interior lighting does not work, although your oven works normally :
- the bulb is probably blown, your appliance nevertheless remains usable.
- The glass turntable and the rack may be cleaned in the dishwasher.
.
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If these suggestions do not solve your problem, collect the following information:
- the model and serial number printed on the rear of the oven,
- your guarantee,
- a clear description of your problem.
You should then contact your local dealer or the after-sales service.
Technical problems
Your appliance must not be used if the door or door seals are damaged,
for example :
- broken hinges
- damaged seals
- internal deformation
Please contact the after-sales service for any repairs (cf : attached list).
It always takes time to become familiar with a new appliance. If you have
one of the problems listed below, try the solutions suggested.
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Waste disposal requirements
Moulinex endeavours to respect the environment as far as is possible in the
manufacture of its packaging. The package is made of 100% recyclable
corrugated cardboard.
The plastic parts of the appliance have a marking that indicates the type of
material. This enables the parts to be recycled.
You can obtain more detailed information on the disposal of each material
from your local authority department with responsibility for waste disposal.
This department can also advise you on the disposal of any waste, including
used appliances.
Your questions regarding disposal can be addressed to your local waste
disposal service or to your Moulinex approved service centre.
• The following occurrences are perfectly normal and should give no
cause for alarm :
condensation inside the oven,
the escape of air around the door and the outer walls,
light reflections around the door and on the outer walls,
steam escaping from the door or the ventilation holes.
• If you find that the food is not cooked at all :
- make sure that you have programmed the timer correctly and have pressed the “Start + 30 s” button,
- make sure that the door closes correctly,
- make sure that the circuit breaker is not tripped or the fuse blown.
Environment protection first !
• Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered
or recycled.
• The food is overcooked or undercooked :
- make sure that the programmed cooking time is correct for the food you
are cooking,
- make sure that you have chosen the right power level,
- make sure that you have not forgotten to remove the aluminium foil
covering the food tray,
- make sure that you are not using an “absorbent” container,
- make sure that the rear ventilation holes of the appliance are not obstructed.
Performance testing data
According to standard IEC 705
The sub-committee of the International Electrotechnical Commission, SC
59H, has developed a standard for comparative heating performance testing of various microwave ovens.
We recommend the following for the model in your possession.
• Cracks can be heard or sparks can be seen inside the oven :
- make sure that you have not used containers with metallic decoration,
- make sure that you have not left a metal utensil (fork etc.) inside the
oven,
- make sure that you have not positioned aluminium foil too close to the
oven walls, positioned a metal tray badly or too close to another metal
tray or forgotten to remove the metal fastener from a freezer bag.
• A beep sounds if you press any button on the control panel :
- make sure that the Child Safety feature is not activated, if it is, deactivate it.
Load
Approximative
time
(minutes)
Power level
Egg custard
1000 g
17 -19
800 W
Sponge Cake
475 g
9 - 10
650 W
Meatloaf
900 g
17 - 18
800 W
Defrost
500 g
8 - 10
320 W
Test
Container
IEC 705
Recommended
Container
These data are given for an appliance with a nominal power rating of
750 W.
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